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Mrs D Fern |
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Science is a core subject that involves the investigation
of the living, physical, material and technological components of
the environment and making sense of them in logical and creative
ways. Learning in science is fundamental to understanding the world
in which we live and work. It helps people clarify ideas, ask questions,
test explanations through measurement and observation and use their
findings to establish the worth of an idea. Science at Year 9 and
10 leads on to science, biology, chemistry and physics at year 12
and 13.
| Biology |
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Mrs A Thompson |
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Biology is an exciting and stimulating subject where
new knowledge is constantly being added as new technologies develop.
This is particularly evident in the genetic and biotechnological
field. We aim to develop students' knowledge and appreciation of
their own biological makeup, and of the greater living world that
they are part of, emphasising particularly the special features
of the New Zealand environment. Integrated with this learning we
aim to increase students' abilities in a wide range of scientific
skills, and to assist them to develop attitudes that will enable
them to make informed biological decisions.
Biology is available as a subject at year 11 for those
who wish to specialise early in this subject. By the end of Year
13, successful students have learned to carry out scientific investigations
independently, to make informed judgements about contemporary biological
issues, and to have a good knowledge of modern biotechnological
techniques.
| Chemistry |
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Ms N Meyer |
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Chemistry is a subject composed of both
theoretical and practical based subject material. Students taking
this subject at the senior level will have the opportunity to develop
a range of scientific skills. Studying chemistry at this level enables
students to realise that an understanding of chemistry is fundamental
in such diverse fields as medicine, agriculture, manufacturing and
engineering. Studying chemistry allows individuals to raise questions
and debate issues related to chemistry, society and the environment.
| Environmental Science |
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Miss L MacGilloway |
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| Horticulture |
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Mr M McKercher |
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Students who choose to study horticulture learn what
is involved in growing and propagating a wide variety of plants.
An enjoyable and integral part of the course is the practical work
involving the garden plots, glasshouse, tunnel house, shade house
and hydroponic unit that make up the horticulture plot. Here students
learn the skills relating to tool use, propagation and plant growth,
as well as the general scientific skills required for success in
this subject.
At Year 10, general horticultural skills and knowledge
are taught. By the end of Year 13, successful students are able
to independently plan, grow and market horticultural produce using
the knowledge they have gained of market forces and primary production.
| Physical science |
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| Teacher In Charge: |
Mrs D Fern |
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Physical science is comprised of NCEA Level 1
chemistry and physics Achievement Standards. It is designed to cater
to those students who intend to study physics and chemistry at Year
12. Students intending to take this course should have done well in
science in Years 9 and 10.
| Physics |
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Mrs D Fern |
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Physics is an interesting and challenging subject that
combines practical and problem solving skills with academic content.
Physics concepts can be applied to many everyday situations and
knowledge of physics is also essential for many occupations and
tertiary courses. Students successfully completing NCEA Level 1
Science may opt for Physics at Year 12, which in turn lays the foundation
for Year 13 studies. An interesting and diverse range of topics
are covered in Senior Physics including mechanics, waves, electricity
and radio-activity.
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